

February 20th-21st, 2023 - Tishk International University, Erbil, Iraq
As the chairmen of the Visible Conference on Educational Studies and Applied Linguistics (VESAL), we have the honor to welcome you on behalf of the 13th VESAL Conference, which will be held from Feb 20th to 21st, 2023, by the University of Salahaddin – Erbil and Tishk International University Education Faculty Building in Erbil, Iraq.
The heuristic and reality of an international academic conference, in which people engage with each other to discuss the latest research, test ideas, and take part in rigorous and challenging debates, has never been more important. One of the missions of Tishk International University, Faculty of Education is to promote international exchange, facilitate intercultural awareness, encourage interdisciplinary discussion, and generate and share new knowledge, and we encourage you, as academics working throughout the world, to forge friendships and working relationships with your fellow delegates in pursuit of the research synergies that drive positive change.
It is in this spirit of friendship and international cooperation, and with the expectation of your active participation, that I express my warmest regards to you.
Asst. Prof. Dr. Saeed O. Ibrahim
Dr. Venera Ulker
Chairs of the VESAL Conference
To enable the knowledge and information accessible to everyone, Tishk International University holds its annual conference on Educational Sciences. The International Visible Conference aims to gather researchers, practitioners, educators, and scholars with interests in any field of teaching at all levels from around the world.
We kindly welcome scholars coming from the international and local regions as well as teachers and prospective teachers to Erbil, Iraq. The VESAL 2023 conference aims to contribute to the region and educators through international experts and researchers.
The VESAL 2023 conference plans to remain open to educational studies, language teaching and/or language-education related topics broadly defined, looking more closely into the current dynamics in the world between old and new trends, local and global tendencies, progressive and conservative views, stabilization and destabilization patterns, national and global identities.
It is expected that VESAL 2023 conference will be a magnet for a significant number of front-ranking academics, professionals and policymakers working in the broad areas of educational studies.
Prof. Sahail M. Asassfeh is the current Dean of the Faculty of Educational Sciences at The Hashemite University. He holds a PhD from The University of Alabama, where he studied an interdisciplinary program encompassing Curriculum and Instruction and English, with minors in Educational Leadership and Research Methodology. Prof. Asassfeh has numerous publications in international journals and has presented at international conferences. He has taught in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman, and has held several administrative positions
Prof. Sahail M. Asassfeh is the current Dean of the Faculty of Educational Sciences at The Hashemite University. He holds a PhD from The University of Alabama, where he studied an interdisciplinary program encompassing Curriculum and Instruction and English, with minors in Educational Leadership and Research Methodology. Prof. Asassfeh has numerous publications in international journals and has presented at international conferences. He has taught in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman, and has held several administrative positions
Prof. Dr.Himdad A. Muhammad
(specialized expert in English language and linguistics) at Salahaddin University-Erbil/Iraq
• PhD, MA in English Language & Linguistics from Salahaddin Universty-Erbil/Iraq.
• Has worked as university instructor since 1998 and taught undergraduate and post-graduate students in Salahaddin , Koya and Soran universities.
• Supervised and participated in the discussion of over 60 Master thesis and PhD dissertations and viva committees.
• Has participated in various international and local conference , workshops and training course.
• Has 9 published books including an English learning series and an electronic dictionary
• Has 37 published academic papers
• Has translated tens of articles for international and local newspapers and magazines and TVs.
• Currently, Staff member in English department, College of Basic Education, Salahaddin university-Erbil
• Member of the European Linguists Association , IATEFL
• Chair of Kurdistan English Language Teachers Professional Network(KELTPN)
Founder & CEO of MegaMind Plus Academy
Prof. Dr.Himdad A. Muhammad
(specialized expert in English language and linguistics) at Salahaddin University-Erbil/Iraq
• PhD, MA in English Language & Linguistics from Salahaddin Universty-Erbil/Iraq.
• Has worked as university instructor since 1998 and taught undergraduate and post-graduate students in Salahaddin , Koya and Soran universities.
• Supervised and participated in the discussion of over 60 Master thesis and PhD dissertations and viva committees.
• Has participated in various international and local conference , workshops and training course.
• Has 9 published books including an English learning series and an electronic dictionary
• Has 37 published academic papers
• Has translated tens of articles for international and local newspapers and magazines and TVs.
• Currently, Staff member in English department, College of Basic Education, Salahaddin university-Erbil
• Member of the European Linguists Association , IATEFL
• Chair of Kurdistan English Language Teachers Professional Network(KELTPN)
Founder & CEO of MegaMind Plus Academy
Prof. Dr. Kawa Sherwani is an accomplished academic leader in Kurdistan. He was President of Erbil Polytechnic University from 2015-2022 and held other key positions. He has a PhD in English language and linguistics, and has published extensively on language, media, and politics. He is committed to teaching and mentoring students and was appointed Professor in April 2022. Prof. Dr. Kawa Sherwani is currently working in the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, where he is continuing to contribute his expertise to the development of the education sector in Kurdistan.
Prof. Dr. Kawa Sherwani is an accomplished academic leader in Kurdistan. He was President of Erbil Polytechnic University from 2015-2022 and held other key positions. He has a PhD in English language and linguistics, and has published extensively on language, media, and politics. He is committed to teaching and mentoring students and was appointed Professor in April 2022. Prof. Dr. Kawa Sherwani is currently working in the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, where he is continuing to contribute his expertise to the development of the education sector in Kurdistan.
Prof. Dr.Himdad A. Muhammad
(specialized expert in English language and linguistics) at Salahaddin University-Erbil/Iraq
• PhD, MA in English Language & Linguistics from Salahaddin Universty-Erbil/Iraq.
• Has worked as university instructor since 1998 and taught undergraduate and post-graduate students in Salahaddin , Koya and Soran universities.
• Supervised and participated in the discussion of over 60 Master thesis and PhD dissertations and viva committees.
• Has participated in various international and local conference , workshops and training course.
• Has 9 published books including an English learning series and an electronic dictionary
• Has 37 published academic papers
• Has translated tens of articles for international and local newspapers and magazines and TVs.
• Currently, Staff member in English department, College of Basic Education, Salahaddin university-Erbil
• Member of the European Linguists Association , IATEFL
• Chair of Kurdistan English Language Teachers Professional Network(KELTPN)
Founder & CEO of MegaMind Plus Academy
Prof. Dr.Himdad A. Muhammad
(specialized expert in English language and linguistics) at Salahaddin University-Erbil/Iraq
• PhD, MA in English Language & Linguistics from Salahaddin Universty-Erbil/Iraq.
• Has worked as university instructor since 1998 and taught undergraduate and post-graduate students in Salahaddin , Koya and Soran universities.
• Supervised and participated in the discussion of over 60 Master thesis and PhD dissertations and viva committees.
• Has participated in various international and local conference , workshops and training course.
• Has 9 published books including an English learning series and an electronic dictionary
• Has 37 published academic papers
• Has translated tens of articles for international and local newspapers and magazines and TVs.
• Currently, Staff member in English department, College of Basic Education, Salahaddin university-Erbil
• Member of the European Linguists Association , IATEFL
• Chair of Kurdistan English Language Teachers Professional Network(KELTPN)
Founder & CEO of MegaMind Plus Academy
Prof. Sahail M. Asassfeh is the current Dean of the Faculty of Educational Sciences at The Hashemite University. He holds a PhD from The University of Alabama, where he studied an interdisciplinary program encompassing Curriculum and Instruction and English, with minors in Educational Leadership and Research Methodology. Prof. Asassfeh has numerous publications in international journals and has presented at international conferences. He has taught in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman, and has held several administrative positions
Prof. Sahail M. Asassfeh is the current Dean of the Faculty of Educational Sciences at The Hashemite University. He holds a PhD from The University of Alabama, where he studied an interdisciplinary program encompassing Curriculum and Instruction and English, with minors in Educational Leadership and Research Methodology. Prof. Asassfeh has numerous publications in international journals and has presented at international conferences. He has taught in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman, and has held several administrative positions
Dr. Karmand Hamad is a highly respected educator in Kurdistan. He holds a PhD in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from the University of Exeter, UK. He is currently the Dean of Education at Soran University and a pedagogical lecturer. Dr. Hamad is recognized for his expertise in teacher training and educational policy development. His research interests include curriculum development, teacher training, and second language acquisition. Dr. Hamad's contributions to education have earned him the respect of his colleagues and students.
Dr. Karmand Hamad is a highly respected educator in Kurdistan. He holds a PhD in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages from the University of Exeter, UK. He is currently the Dean of Education at Soran University and a pedagogical lecturer. Dr. Hamad is recognized for his expertise in teacher training and educational policy development. His research interests include curriculum development, teacher training, and second language acquisition. Dr. Hamad's contributions to education have earned him the respect of his colleagues and students.
Mr. David Wafula Waswa is a highly focused, results oriented mathematics educator with experience in the education sector, both the school system and higher education, and a research interest in pedagogy. He has authored numerous academic papers, supervised student research projects, and taught computer science courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Dr. Waswa is a member of several professional organizations, including the IEEE and ACM. He is currently a lecturer at the Mathematics Education Department, TIU teaching various pedagogical courses.
Mr. David Wafula Waswa is a highly focused, results oriented mathematics educator with experience in the education sector, both the school system and higher education, and a research interest in pedagogy. He has authored numerous academic papers, supervised student research projects, and taught computer science courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Dr. Waswa is a member of several professional organizations, including the IEEE and ACM. He is currently a lecturer at the Mathematics Education Department, TIU teaching various pedagogical courses.
Abstract Submission Deadline | January 8, 2023 |
Results of Review Returned to Authors | Generally within two weeks |
Full Conference Paper Submission Deadline | March 23, 2023 |
Conference Dates | February 20 – 21, 2023 |
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